(Same as AL 2101.) A non-technical introduction to issues pertaining to language and languages, including language structure, first and second language acquisition, language variation (regional and social), and language change.

FORL 2102

Languages of the World

Credit Hours

3.0

Description

(Same as AL 2102.) Survey of the world’s languages and an introduction to the variety of linguistic phenomena found in different languages.

FORL 3021

Introduction to Linguistics

Credit Hours

3.0

Description

(Same as AL 3021.) An introduction to the major areas of linguistics: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, historical linguistics, and sociolinguistics.

FORL 3022

Foundations of Second Language Teaching

Credit Hours

3.0

Description

Introduction to theories of second language teaching. Topics covered include language acquisition, learner characteristics, learning styles and strategies, proficiency guidelines and standards, second language curricula at various levels, and lesson planning.

(Same as AL 3041.) Introduction to processes of acquiring a second (foreign or additional) language. Compares the experiences of young children, adolescents, and adult-age language learners.

FORL 3300

World Literature in Translation

Credit Hours

3.0

Description

This course will promote a critical understanding of texts pertaining to various literary traditions, increasing student acquaintance with contemporary narratives of international background. The course will include a brief review of the national context of each of these literary works and position each text within the greater context of world literature. Global Perspectives Course.

(Same as AL 4011.) The description and classification of the sounds of human language; patterns of their occurrence and rules governing their use in various languages; emphasis on phonology in a generative framework.

(Same as AL 4012.) Introduction to the basic concepts of syntax, including work classes, constituents, case systems, word order, and grammatical relations. Emphasis on comparison of syntax of a wide variety of languages.

FORL 4021

Foreign Language Educators and Technology

Credit Hours

3.0

Description

Introduction to the selection and use of technology resources in the Pre-K-12 classroom with special emphasis on foreign language instruction. Students learn how to integrate appropriate technologies into their classroom instruction in order to enhance pupil learning, language performance and cultural understandings. Students design, plan and produce educational materials using technology hardware and software, utilizing authentic websites and related material in their foreign language.

Observation, lesson planning, and supervised micro-teaching with a variety of instructional techniques in grades P-8 and 9-12. Application of instructional and curricular theories; systemic analysis of decision-making processes in instruction. This course may include a Signature Experience component.

FORL 4060

(TE) Internship in Foreign Language Education

Credit Hours

12

Prerequisites

consent of instructor

Description

Full-time teaching in elementary, middle, or high school under the supervision of a university supervisor with guidance from an on-site mentor. For provisionally certified teachers. This course may include a Signature Experience component.

FORL 4061

(TE) Student Teaching in Foreign Languages

Credit Hours

4.0

Prerequisites

completion of all other course in teacher education, and passing score on departmental language proficiency examination

Description

Observation and teaching during the entire school day under the guidance of a selected classroom teacher. This course may include a Signature Experience component.

FORL 4062

(TE) Student Teaching in Foreign Language

Credit Hours

4.0

Prerequisites

completion of all other courses in teacher education, and passing score on departmental language proficiency examination

Description

Observation and teaching during the entire school day under the guidance of a selected classroom teacher. This course may include a Signature Experience component.

FORL 4063

(TE) Student Teaching in Foreign Language

Credit Hours

4.0

Prerequisites

completion of all other courses in teacher education, and passing score on the departmental language proficiency examination

Description

Observation and teaching during the entire school day under the guidance of a selected classroom teacher. This course may include a Signature Experience component.

(Same as AL 4131.) Comprehensive introduction to the phenomena, role, and function of bilingualism in the contemporary world with special emphasis on North America.

FORL 4650

Opening School Experience

Credit Hours

0

Prerequisites

Admitted to Teacher Education

Requirements

Course is graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory

Description

A minimum grade of S is required for this course. Students gain practical experiences in the school and classroom during the week of preplanning and the first week of school. While assisting in the classroom, students learn effective procedures for beginning the school year. This course may include a Signature Experience component.